School Readiness Mentor

AMA Admin; South Shields; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive rates of pay

Long-term and temp-to-perm pathways

APSCo Compliance+ accreditation

Graduate Talent Programme access

Culture-matched placements

Priority Partnership school network

Job summary

Milk Education is seeking a School Readiness Mentor to join welcoming Primary Schools from September. This role is ideal for graduates seeking school-based experience before moving into teaching, educational psychology, or SEND-related fields.

You will support children across EYFS to KS2, fostering academic, social, and communication skills, helping them build confidence and independent learning habits essential for long-term success.

Qualifications

• Degree obtained within the last five years.
• References covering the last two years.
• Genuine passion for supporting children and young people.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patient, nurturing and proactive approach.
• Experience with children or young people is desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).
• Commitment to safeguarding and welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 on a one-to-one, small group and whole-class basis.
• Help children develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning.
• Deliver targeted interventions to support literacy, numeracy and communication skills.
• Support children with SEND (Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language, SEMH).
• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional regulation.
• Work closely with teachers to identify and support pupils needing guidance.
• Assist with classroom activities, learning resources and pupil engagement.
• Promote attendance, participation and independence within the school environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Education

Childhood Studies

Early Years Childhood Studies

Psychology

Criminology

BA Education

Primary Education

MA Education

MA Education (SEND and Inclusion)

PGCE

Other Education, Child Development or Social Science-related degrees

Job description

School Readiness Mentor

About Us

Milk Education is more than a supply partner - we're a community for educators. Join us and gain access to training, personal development opportunities, and ongoing support.

We're currently recruiting for a School Readiness Mentor to work within welcoming and supportive Primary Schools, starting in September.

This rewarding opportunity is ideal for graduates looking to gain valuable school-based experience before progressing into teaching, educational psychology, SEND support, social work or other child-focused professions.

As a School Readiness Mentor, you'll support children in developing the academic, social, emotional and communication skills needed to thrive within the classroom environment. You'll play a key role in helping pupils build confidence, independence and positive learning habits that set them up for long-term success.

Your Main Responsibilities

• Support pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 on a one-to-one, small group and whole-class basis.

• Help children develop confidence, resilience and positive attitudes towards learning.

• Deliver targeted interventions to support literacy, numeracy and communication skills.

• Support children with SEND, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language needs and SEMH.

• Encourage positive behaviour, social interaction and emotional regulation.

• Work closely with teachers to identify and support pupils requiring additional guidance.

• Assist with classroom activities, learning resources and pupil engagement.

• Promote attendance, participation and independence within the school environment.

• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and families.

Ideal Background

We welcome applications from graduates who have completed one of the following degrees within the last five years:

• Childhood Studies

• Early Years Childhood Studies

• Psychology

• Criminology

• BA Education

• Primary Education

• MA Education

• MA Education (SEND and Inclusion)

• PGCE

• Other Education, Child Development or Social Science-related degrees

Requirements

• Degree obtained within the last five years.

• Professional employment references covering the last two years.

• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• A patient, nurturing and proactive approach.

• Experience working with children or young people is desirable.

• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one).

• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Benefits

• Competitive rates of pay with long-term and temp-to-perm opportunities available.

• Excellent pathway into teaching, educational psychology, SEND support and other child-focused careers.

• Speedy registration process and fast-track compliance - APSCo Compliance+ accredited for the highest safe recruitment standards.

• Access to our Graduate Talent Programme and ongoing support from experienced education consultants.

• Culture-matched placements, ensuring we find schools that fit your values and career aspirations.

• Access to our Priority Partnership school network across the North East.